Paul Bechtner Foundation
Winnetka, Illinois · EIN 363973429 · Private foundation
Based in Winnetka, Illinois, Paul Bechtner Foundation has awarded $9.4M across 411 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to Vanguard Charitable. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What Paul Bechtner Foundation funds
Paul Bechtner Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, civil rights & social justice, community improvement, economic development, education, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include children, families, women girls, youth pop.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vanguard Charitable DONOR ADVISED FUND | Southeastern, PA | $1.3M | 2017 |
| Vanguard Charitable DONOR ADVISED FUND | Southeastern, PA | $600K | 2017 |
| Vanguard Charitable DONOR ADVISED FUND | Warwick, RI | $383K | 2022 |
How to apply for funding from Paul Bechtner Foundation
Paul Bechtner Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request.
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Frequently asked questions about Paul Bechtner Foundation
- Does Paul Bechtner Foundation accept grant applications?
- Paul Bechtner Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does Paul Bechtner Foundation fund?
- Paul Bechtner Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include Vanguard Charitable. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Paul Bechtner Foundation give in grants?
- Paul Bechtner Foundation's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $1.5M in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $9.4M over 411 grants.
- Where is Paul Bechtner Foundation located?
- Paul Bechtner Foundation is based in Winnetka, Illinois. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 363973429.
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